System of measuring ride characteristics of a vehicle

Abstract

A system for measuring ride characteristics of a vehicle, is presented that includes a module having a microprocessor, memory and instructions as well as a vibration sensor, a noise sensor, and a position sensor. The module is connected to a vehicle and when the vehicle is driven the module detects ride characteristics of the vehicle, such as vibration, direction, location, and noise levels. From this information the system establishes baseline ride characteristics, which is the optimal performance of the vehicle and compares the baseline ride characteristics to the actual or present ride characteristics. The system also establishes a threshold, which represents the worst acceptable ride characteristics. When the present ride characteristics exceed the threshold the system informs the user through a visual or audible alarm, a text or emailed message or through any other manner or means informing the user that it is time to repair or replace the vehicle.

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